Amsterdam Evening Canal Cruise: City Lights Tour

Experience the beauty of Amsterdam at night on a 90-minute canal cruise with Blue Boat Company. See the city’s illuminated historic center, iconic bridges, and 17th-century buildings while listening to an informative audio guide. Buy drinks and snacks before boarding!

Duration: 1 hour, 30 minutes
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Blue Boat Company - Our Evening Cruise is a 90 minute night cruise that introduces you to the unique vibe of Amsterdam by night. Thousands of lights highlight the hundreds of bridges and the iconic buildings alongside the canals. Our waiter welcomes you on board our comfortable, luxurious boat and take your pick from one of 21 available languages…
What's Included
  • 90-minute evening sightseeing cruise
  • Audio commentary in 20 languages
  • Snackbox (if option selected)
What's Not Included
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Gratuities
Additional Information

Embark on a canal boat and witness Amsterdam in its utmost splendor - during twilight when the city’s lights begin to sparkle.
The optimal perspective of Amsterdam lies within its waters. During this hour and a half canal voyage, it becomes evident. The voyage presents you with captivating views of the historic city center, lit up by countless shimmering…

Location
Stadhouderskade 501
Stadhouderskade
•Important information! Please read carefully! Evening Cruises until 22-01-2024 will depart from our dock opposite Heineken Experience at Stadhouderskade 550! All Evening Cruises from 23-01-2024 will depart from our dock oposite Hard Rock Cafe at Stadhouderskade 501.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Russellstart
Nov 19, 2024
Very enjoyable evening cruise - Very enjoyable trip through Amsterdam canals with excellent commentary available in many languages..
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B1487wsstephaniez
Nov 3, 2024
A great experience for couples or friends - Wonderful, romantic and informative. Would definitely recommend it. You have to buy the drinks there beforehand, but it is no longer possible while driving, so nobody disturbs this calm and contemplative atmosphere.
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Henrystake
Dec 14, 2024
Amsterdam Light Festival Cruise! - When visiting Amsterdam I’m not sure how you could avoid traversing at least some of their 165 canals, but why would you want to? We set out to experience as many as possible, but with nearly 50 miles of them to explore, a plan was surely warranted. Fortunately we just happened to be visiting during the 13th Annual Amsterdam Light Festival and were able to enjoy a cruise along a multitude of canals. As we passed beneath an unnumbered collection of the city’s 1,281 bridges, we eagerly awaited what form of lighted artwork might be awaiting us on the other side. This year’s event spans November 28th-January 19th and celebrates Amsterdam’s 750th birthday. 🎂 The majority of the seating is enclosed, but the best views and pictures/videos can be captured from outside at the back of the boat. Most of our fellow travelers were dissuaded by the cold on the evening of our tour, so great vantage points were readily available. Audio tours in multiple languages are provided, there is a restroom on board, small snacks can be purchased prior to boarding, and the staff is willing to assist those who are unable to descend/ascend the boat’s steep staircase. And that’s…Henry’s Take. #amsterdamcanals
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Teri_c
Dec 4, 2024
Lovely tour - It was a lovely evening. However it seemed that the plug in audio info would come on at the same time the captain chose to provide information
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John_o
Jan 4, 2025
Not worth the expense - It wasn’t what I expected based on other reviews and descriptions. It was difficult to enjoy the views because you are seated at cramped tables of 6. Unless you are next to the window facing forward, you don’t get to enjoy the views ahead unless you try to turn around. The narration was a juvenile story about a man at Christmas. Meet up location was changed, but the old address was still listed. No reason to include the old, if there’s no plan to use it. I wouldn’t do this again or recommend it to someone looking for an evening cruise to enjoy Amsterdam by night.
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Alexandra_k
Nov 20, 2024
For a very chill experience - This is a good option to see some of the city at night if you want to relax. The commentary is a bit boring though and would benefit from some enthusiasm. The driver didn’t provide too much commentary but not sure if he was obligated to. I imagine the open air rides are better when the weather is warmer.
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Sharon_n
Oct 21, 2024
Nice ride - Would not do a night cruise again. Can’t see much. Also it was sprinkling so couldn’t see clearly thru the windows.
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Marcelle_j
Nov 24, 2024
Fogged Windows; can't see anything - The rain/weather made the trip unlikable. The windows were fogged and difficult to see any of the attractions. Most dissatisfied with the audio that didn't say which side, left or right to see specific attraction being discussed. Couple that with the fogged windows and the trip was a disaster. Recommend taking trip during the day. 🙁
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Mi_s
Jan 3, 2025
the worst experience - I made a reservation for my honeymoon. I booked it for 10 PM on New Year's Eve and arrived at the meeting location on time, but no one was there to meet us. We even rushed to another dock of Blue Boat Company, but there was no one there either. We left an inquiry about this, but instead of an apology or explanation, a refund was processed. We were very disappointed and sad that our New Year's Eve plans were ruined. Is it just about getting the money back and that's it?
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Veritym897
Nov 3, 2024
Avoid this company - misleading - Beware !! This company does not provide customers with what is advertised on their web site. We purchased the snack box as an extra and was told only a soft drink was included when we collected it before the cruise. Yet, their board outside and on the web site states it includes a beer. I had to pursue this point to get the beer. We also paid extra for the cheese & wine package which clearly states ( on their web site ) cheese, crackers and 2 cans of wine. What I got was cheese, nuts and one can of wine. I queried this with staff who were very rude saying the offer had been “changed” . I explained that I couldn’t put cheese on nuts to eat and was expecting crackers!! I asked for what I had been advertised on the web site when I booked the cruise and what I had paid for. After our cruise I was called off the canal boat to “ prove “ what I had seen on the website, which I did. How embarrassing to be asked infront of everyone what you should have got, what I’d ordered and had paid for. I was then told the website was wrong !!! Ridiculous and awful customer service. The rude woman even remarked that she had given me an extra can of wine - NO!!!!! I had paid for two cans as advertised. Feel really ripped off by this company who are obviously cheating customers out of what they should be getting as extras. No apology was made and this ruined our evening. Even the canal boat driver was rude and constantly asking for tips - avoid this company as many more better ones around.
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